ATI RN
Nursing Care of the Elderly as a Vulnerable Population Questions
Question 1 of 5
Why is health care of the homeless so expensive to the community?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because most care for homeless individuals occurs in hospital emergency departments, which are costly and inefficient settings for managing chronic health issues. This is due to the lack of access to primary care and preventive services among the homeless population. Options A and B are incorrect as homeless individuals often lack access to preventive services and may delay seeking care until their conditions become severe, leading to increased emergency department visits. Option C is incorrect as homeless individuals are not the primary source of contagious diseases in the community.
Question 2 of 5
Excluding war, what is the leading cause of disability for Americans 15 to 44 years of age?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Accidents. Accidents are the leading cause of disability for Americans aged 15-44 due to various factors like car crashes, falls, sports injuries. These incidents can result in long-term disabilities impacting daily life. Arthritis (B) is a common cause of disability, especially in older adults. Major depressive disorder (C) is a mental health condition that can lead to disability but is not the leading cause in this age group. Workplace injuries (D) can also cause disability, but overall, accidents have a broader impact across different settings.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse who works at a homeless clinic wants to improve healing of chronic wounds in clients living on the streets. What would be the best action to take to improve client outcomes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because performing regular monitoring of the client's wound condition allows for early detection of any signs of infection or other complications, enabling prompt intervention. This proactive approach can prevent worsening of wounds and promote faster healing. Choice A is incorrect because providing antibiotics to all homeless persons with chronic wounds may lead to antibiotic resistance and is not addressing the root cause of the issue. Choice B is incorrect as access to basic hygiene supplies is important but may not directly impact wound healing without proper monitoring and intervention. Choice C is also incorrect as handing out bandaging supplies alone does not address the need for ongoing assessment and management of the wound healing process.
Question 4 of 5
According to the Federal Register, what is the minimum income needed by a family of four to meet the basic needs for healthy living (that is, an income below this amount is considered insufficient to provide the food, shelter and clothing needed to preserve health)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: $25,200. The Federal Register calculates the poverty threshold for a family of four based on the cost of food, shelter, clothing, and other necessities. This amount is considered the minimum income needed for a family to maintain a basic standard of living. Option A is too low to cover all basic needs adequately. Option B is also below the minimum requirement. Option D is higher than the correct answer and would exceed the basic needs threshold. Hence, option C is the most accurate estimate to ensure the family's health and well-being.
Question 5 of 5
Nursing students are offering health screenings at the local homeless shelter. Which persons or groups will the students most likely see? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because individuals experiencing homelessness often have limited access to hygiene facilities and may struggle with alcohol addiction. Body odor and alcohol smell are common among this population. Option B may be valid, but familiarity with a person from a mental health clinic does not guarantee their presence at the shelter. Option C suggests possible domestic violence, but not all homeless individuals may have visible bruises. Option D is incorrect because not all individuals seeking shelter are homeless; some may just want to escape cold weather temporarily.